Zach Heiser
@zachheiser1.bsky.social
(He/Him) Character/Prop Designer, Illustrator, Voice Actor, & a fan of all things cartoony. Currently working on my original series “Dim Bulbs.” http://linktr.ee/zheiser100
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Zach Heiser
@zachheiser1.bsky.social
· Oct 14
Happy #PortfolioDay everyone. 😅
I'm freelance Concept Artist & Illustrator. I've had a few clients like @renegadepopculture.bsky.social & I've worked as a prop/character designer on several small indie projects.
Feel free to contact me if interested
💼: zheiser.com
📧: zheiser@gmail.com
I'm freelance Concept Artist & Illustrator. I've had a few clients like @renegadepopculture.bsky.social & I've worked as a prop/character designer on several small indie projects.
Feel free to contact me if interested
💼: zheiser.com
📧: zheiser@gmail.com
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Many of the studios that support animated shows are dying and fading away. Hopefully animation is able to transition to new platforms, but until then, this is a scary time for many of the people who make the things you love.
February 13, 2026 at 3:57 AM
Many of the studios that support animated shows are dying and fading away. Hopefully animation is able to transition to new platforms, but until then, this is a scary time for many of the people who make the things you love.
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I am starting a studio! We are small and scrappy and have no money. Why am I doing this? Because the only ones who can protect art are the ones who value it. Disney using AI? Yuck. Netflix buying WB? Also yuck. In 10 years what is even going to be left.
February 11, 2026 at 9:49 PM
I am starting a studio! We are small and scrappy and have no money. Why am I doing this? Because the only ones who can protect art are the ones who value it. Disney using AI? Yuck. Netflix buying WB? Also yuck. In 10 years what is even going to be left.
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I would not call this a walkback at all, more like they are mansplaining to us that we are overreacting and what they want to do isnt that bad - still keep up the heat tho.
Discord is already starting to walk things back a little, so people should keep doing what they're doing (cancel Nitro, leave feedback/criticism, direct contact through support tickets/phone/email/etc)
February 10, 2026 at 3:24 AM
I would not call this a walkback at all, more like they are mansplaining to us that we are overreacting and what they want to do isnt that bad - still keep up the heat tho.
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Cause that's what heroes do.
February 9, 2026 at 1:36 AM
Cause that's what heroes do.
Bad Bunny’s halftime show was one of the best performances I’ve seen. 11/10
February 9, 2026 at 2:06 AM
Bad Bunny’s halftime show was one of the best performances I’ve seen. 11/10
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In light of recent events regarding Animate, maybe someone will find this helpful
February 3, 2026 at 12:00 AM
In light of recent events regarding Animate, maybe someone will find this helpful
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Rob Reiner made “A Few Good Men.” You're gonna need a few good men to tie you down and keep your rage contained after suffering through the monstrosity that is 1994’s North. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and your favorite streaming platforms. shorturl.at/qTWXp
January 27, 2026 at 11:31 PM
Rob Reiner made “A Few Good Men.” You're gonna need a few good men to tie you down and keep your rage contained after suffering through the monstrosity that is 1994’s North. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and your favorite streaming platforms. shorturl.at/qTWXp
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This takes enormous amounts of resources and sacrifice to pull off. Sharing this to support people on the ground:
"This directory of places to donate to all comes from activists on the ground, plugged into the situation. Everything is vetted, with the exception of individual GoFundMes"
"This directory of places to donate to all comes from activists on the ground, plugged into the situation. Everything is vetted, with the exception of individual GoFundMes"
Stand With Minnesota Donation Directory
Stand With Minnesota is a hub for supporting, learning, and taking action to support Minnesotans impacted by ICE and federal enforcement.
www.standwithminnesota.com
January 23, 2026 at 6:15 PM
This takes enormous amounts of resources and sacrifice to pull off. Sharing this to support people on the ground:
"This directory of places to donate to all comes from activists on the ground, plugged into the situation. Everything is vetted, with the exception of individual GoFundMes"
"This directory of places to donate to all comes from activists on the ground, plugged into the situation. Everything is vetted, with the exception of individual GoFundMes"
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The correct answer to this is "Yes, and everyone else too."
Should artists get a basic income like they do in Ireland?
Could the government pay salaries to musicians and artists - no strings attached like they do in Ireland?
www.bbc.com
January 26, 2026 at 2:49 PM
The correct answer to this is "Yes, and everyone else too."
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It’s not enough to say Abolish ICE. It’s not enough to vote no on ICE funding. It’s not enough to confront Kristi Noem or Greg Bovino with Stern Words.
If you are a leader, what are you doing to protect your community? How are you using your power, privilege, and position to confront this threat?
If you are a leader, what are you doing to protect your community? How are you using your power, privilege, and position to confront this threat?
January 24, 2026 at 4:40 PM
It’s not enough to say Abolish ICE. It’s not enough to vote no on ICE funding. It’s not enough to confront Kristi Noem or Greg Bovino with Stern Words.
If you are a leader, what are you doing to protect your community? How are you using your power, privilege, and position to confront this threat?
If you are a leader, what are you doing to protect your community? How are you using your power, privilege, and position to confront this threat?
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ICE murdered a nurse today. Worked with veterans.
Alex from our time working together, while he was in nursing school. Later, he moved to ICU, working as a nurse to support critically ill Veterans. He had such a great attitude. We’d chat between patients about trying to get in a mountain bike ride together. Will never happen now
January 24, 2026 at 8:24 PM
ICE murdered a nurse today. Worked with veterans.
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I dont think it was a coincidence ICE murdered someone for nothing, blaming it on his 1A rights and on the day after people held a massive General Strike.
That to me says it all. These freaks are scared of what will happen when they are brought to justice.
And they will be sooner or later.
That to me says it all. These freaks are scared of what will happen when they are brought to justice.
And they will be sooner or later.
January 24, 2026 at 10:01 PM
I dont think it was a coincidence ICE murdered someone for nothing, blaming it on his 1A rights and on the day after people held a massive General Strike.
That to me says it all. These freaks are scared of what will happen when they are brought to justice.
And they will be sooner or later.
That to me says it all. These freaks are scared of what will happen when they are brought to justice.
And they will be sooner or later.
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For people that feel helpless, this period is so tough but there's ways to help for anyone. Go out there support Venezuelan ppl and artists living in it as they prepare for unpredictable times
Here is a starter pack of artists with commissions or donations open as well:
go.bsky.app/8daQmpX
Here is a starter pack of artists with commissions or donations open as well:
go.bsky.app/8daQmpX
January 4, 2026 at 1:01 PM
For people that feel helpless, this period is so tough but there's ways to help for anyone. Go out there support Venezuelan ppl and artists living in it as they prepare for unpredictable times
Here is a starter pack of artists with commissions or donations open as well:
go.bsky.app/8daQmpX
Here is a starter pack of artists with commissions or donations open as well:
go.bsky.app/8daQmpX
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EIRU was such a great short! I would love to sit with a series like this.
Cartoon Saloon is one of the only few animation studios that completely gets that vibe that Studio Ghibli is known for and just runs with it. I rrally hope EIRU gets the love it deserves ❤️🔥
Cartoon Saloon is one of the only few animation studios that completely gets that vibe that Studio Ghibli is known for and just runs with it. I rrally hope EIRU gets the love it deserves ❤️🔥
Cartoon Saloon wants their Eiru short to be nominated for an Oscar, so it's been made free to watch for a couple days.
Now's your chance to be exposed to animated kino if you haven't already.
watch.animationshowcase.com/landing/6958...
Now's your chance to be exposed to animated kino if you haven't already.
watch.animationshowcase.com/landing/6958...
January 4, 2026 at 11:16 PM
EIRU was such a great short! I would love to sit with a series like this.
Cartoon Saloon is one of the only few animation studios that completely gets that vibe that Studio Ghibli is known for and just runs with it. I rrally hope EIRU gets the love it deserves ❤️🔥
Cartoon Saloon is one of the only few animation studios that completely gets that vibe that Studio Ghibli is known for and just runs with it. I rrally hope EIRU gets the love it deserves ❤️🔥
Sorry for not making anything for New Years. I’ve been getting over two colds in a row but I wanted to say thanks to everyone who’s supported me this year.
2025’s had some personal highs and lows, but I’ve made some real big milestones this year & finally feel like a pro artist (1/2)
2025’s had some personal highs and lows, but I’ve made some real big milestones this year & finally feel like a pro artist (1/2)
January 1, 2026 at 4:35 AM
Sorry for not making anything for New Years. I’ve been getting over two colds in a row but I wanted to say thanks to everyone who’s supported me this year.
2025’s had some personal highs and lows, but I’ve made some real big milestones this year & finally feel like a pro artist (1/2)
2025’s had some personal highs and lows, but I’ve made some real big milestones this year & finally feel like a pro artist (1/2)
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From the bouncy art of @zachheiser1.bsky.social and the devious, twisted brain of @crazylemur.bsky.social
I should have guessed
I should have guessed
December 19, 2025 at 11:22 PM
From the bouncy art of @zachheiser1.bsky.social and the devious, twisted brain of @crazylemur.bsky.social
I should have guessed
I should have guessed
Just got back home. Thanks to everyone who visited my table at GalaxyCon! It started out rough but it ended up being a great time!! ☺️
December 8, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Just got back home. Thanks to everyone who visited my table at GalaxyCon! It started out rough but it ended up being a great time!! ☺️
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Please support @chickencoop.bsky.social -- we're trying really hard to get off the ground.
ko-fi.com/chickencoope...
ko-fi.com/chickencoope...
December 6, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Please support @chickencoop.bsky.social -- we're trying really hard to get off the ground.
ko-fi.com/chickencoope...
ko-fi.com/chickencoope...
At least Paramount or someone worse didn’t buy WB, but this still completely sucks either way
December 5, 2025 at 4:08 PM
At least Paramount or someone worse didn’t buy WB, but this still completely sucks either way
My table’s all set & ready to go! #GalaxyCon #GalaxyConColumbus
December 5, 2025 at 2:57 PM
My table’s all set & ready to go! #GalaxyCon #GalaxyConColumbus
I’ve been MIA the last few weeks mainly to get ready for #GalaxyCon. If anyone’s going, you can find me at K13!! #GalaxyConColumbus
December 4, 2025 at 4:45 PM
I’ve been MIA the last few weeks mainly to get ready for #GalaxyCon. If anyone’s going, you can find me at K13!! #GalaxyConColumbus
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The SCREEN Act and KOSA are very bad internet bills that threatens free speech and privacy.
Sign those petitions, call your reps to tell them to OPPOSE these bills, get involved. ##stopageverification #stoponlineidchecks
Sign: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
Find rep: www.congress.gov/members/find...
Sign those petitions, call your reps to tell them to OPPOSE these bills, get involved. ##stopageverification #stoponlineidchecks
Sign: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
Find rep: www.congress.gov/members/find...
December 2, 2025 at 5:24 PM
The SCREEN Act and KOSA are very bad internet bills that threatens free speech and privacy.
Sign those petitions, call your reps to tell them to OPPOSE these bills, get involved. ##stopageverification #stoponlineidchecks
Sign: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
Find rep: www.congress.gov/members/find...
Sign those petitions, call your reps to tell them to OPPOSE these bills, get involved. ##stopageverification #stoponlineidchecks
Sign: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
Find rep: www.congress.gov/members/find...
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"And as for the latter argument, that AI will allow more people to realize their dreams? Please. The joy in creating something is in having created it."
Well said, Andrew. Well said.
Well said, Andrew. Well said.
Over the last month, I've been working on this essay about the use of AI art in board games, "Is This Really What We Want?" Though it is contextually specific, it is also a reflection of my wider thoughts on the use of AI art and writing in creative contexts.
www.meeplemountain.com/articles/is-...
www.meeplemountain.com/articles/is-...
Is This Really What We Want? – AI Art in Board Games – Meeple...
AI generated imagery and text are a threat to what makes board games worthwhile. In this piece, Andrew explains Meeple Mountain’s policy.
www.meeplemountain.com
December 2, 2025 at 1:56 AM
"And as for the latter argument, that AI will allow more people to realize their dreams? Please. The joy in creating something is in having created it."
Well said, Andrew. Well said.
Well said, Andrew. Well said.
A quick chiaroscuro piece to shake off some drawing rust. #SmilingFriends
December 2, 2025 at 3:20 AM
A quick chiaroscuro piece to shake off some drawing rust. #SmilingFriends